Barlamunda - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Barlamunda is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Pedavalda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barlamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barlamunda is 428837. The village covers a total geographical area of 314 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Barlamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barlamunda
According to the 2011 Census, Barlamunda village had a total population of 386 people, including 192 males and 194 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.99%, with male literacy at 23.57% and female literacy at 18.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 383.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 386 | 192 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 383 | 190 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 155 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Barlamunda
Barlamunda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Barlamunda
Barlamunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Barlamunda is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Barlamunda is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barlamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barlamunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barlamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barlamunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barlamunda
Where is Barlamunda located?
Barlamunda village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barlamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Barlamunda is Pedavalda.
What is the pincode of Barlamunda?
The pincode of Barlamunda is 764027.
What is the population of Barlamunda?
Barlamunda had a total population of 386, including 192 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Barlamunda?
Barlamunda had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barlamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barlamunda was 20.99%. Male literacy was 23.57% and female literacy was 18.56%.